Does the 2008 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

The 2008 Hyundai Tucson has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting:brake lights:switch.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson?

66 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson?

There are 39 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson.

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2008 Hyundai Tucson service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

L Sport Utility 4-Door
Limited Sport Utility 4-Door
GLS Sport Utility 4-Door
SE Sport Utility 4-Door
GL Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

2.0L 1975CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.7L 2656CC V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2008 Hyundai Tucson Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #13V11300001/04/2013Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2

Consequence

Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control cou

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safe

TSB #11032523

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous drivers-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These infla

TSB #11032522

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driverside airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN),

TSB #11025476

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th

TSB #10251285

This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming

TSB #10247189

This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.

TSB #10235566

Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can becom

TSB #10230904

TSB #10217258

Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. Th

Showing the 8 most recent of 39 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20211230Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported2 injured

In October of 2020 I was pulling into a parking space and my car accelerated and crashed into a light pole resulting in injury to both my husband and myself. He is 91 years old and shattered his uppe

20211230Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

In October of 2020 I was pulling into a parking space and my car accelerated and crashed into a light pole resulting in injury to both my husband and myself. He is 91 years old and shattered his uppe

20121109Component: SEAT BELTSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT CAME TO A STOP WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SE

20121109Component: SEATSCrash reported1 injured

20120329Component: STEERINGCrash reported1 injured

I WAS DRIVING ON 611 NORTH WHEN MY STEERING WHEEL FORCFULLY TURNED TO THE LEFT. IT PUT ME IN THE SECOND LANE OF ONGOING TRAFFIC, WHERE I HIT THE OPPOSING CAR HEAD ON. I WAS KNOCKEDOUT FOR AT LEAST

Showing the 5 most serious of 66 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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